How to apply

Application Process 

1. How is my application being processed?
   

   
   Applications are processed by electronic balloting and are subject to room availability. They are not processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
   
   

2. Can I choose what type of room I want?

   
   Applicants can indicate one preferred room type in their application, but this is not guaranteed and is subject to room availability in the halls. If you are successful in your application and the requested room type is unavailable, you will be assigned to another room type.
   
   

3. What are the types of apartments available for graduate students in the different residential halls?

   
   Crescent, Pioneer, Binjai, Tanjong and Banyan Halls
   Apartments in these halls comprise two or three bedrooms:
   (a) one master ensuite single room and one single room, or
   (b) one master ensuite double room and two single rooms.
   
   These can accommodate up to two or four graduate students of the same gender.

   Hall 7 and Saraca Hall
   These halls have one-bedroom apartments, which can house up to two graduate students of the same gender.

   Graduate Hall 2
   This hall has two-bedroom apartments (a master double room and a common double room), which can accommodate up to four graduate students of the same gender.

   Having been trained in one or more academic disciplines and possessing past work experience, graduate students greatly enrich and add diversity to residential life in the University. Graduate students who apply to live in residential halls where undergraduates form the majority, are expected to be active members of the community, by participating in hall activities and sharing their unique experiences with other residents.
   
   
   

4. What are my chances of getting a hall room?
   
   The processing of hall applications and allocation of hall places are subject to room availability, with priority being given to incoming students on research programmes who have not domiciled in Singapore before.
   All applicants are strongly advised to make alternative housing plans, in the event that their residential hall application is unsuccessful. Unsuccessful applicants must seek alternative housing options immediately, even if they have been placed on the wait list.
   
   
   

5. I have submitted my hall application. Can I still make changes to my application?
   

   
   You may amend and resubmit your housing application before the application deadline. The latest changes shall apply and no more changes can be made once the application deadline closes.
   
   
   

6. I decided to accept a different NTU admissions offer after submitting my hall application. Do I need to resubmit my housing application?
   
   Your housing application must be tied to your final admissions decision. Please contact us via Ask Campus Housing if you need to resubmit your housing application, as the Hall Application Fee is non-refundable.

   
   
   Applying to Stay with Roommate
   

7. How can I apply for a double room with my friend?
   
   If you wish to stay with your friend (of the same gender) who is a current/incoming graduate student, please search for their names in the Student Housing Portal and form a roommate group with them as part of your application. Do note that both of you should have started your housing applications to be able to form the group.

   Both of you must be successful in your applications before your roommate request can be considered. A roommate shall be randomly assigned to share the room if only one of the two applicants is successful. Please note that all roommate requests are not guaranteed and are subject to room availability.

   
   Application Results

8. When will I know the results of my hall application?

   
   Applicants will be progressively notified via their NTU email from 24 October.
   
   

9. If I am unsuccessful in my application, is there any alternative housing within the vicinity of NTU?

   
   Students who are currently based overseas must finalise your housing arrangements before your arrival in Singapore. If you plan to stay off-campus, please start your search early and give yourself enough time to find housing that meets your needs and budget. Please beware of rental scams and false advertisements.

   Students who are unsuccessful in their hall application, can refer to the Alternative Housing Options webpage for more information.

   
   
   

   MRT Construction
   

10. Are any hall blocks affected by the MRT construction on campus?

    
    Certain hall blocks located along Nanyang Avenue, including Hall 8 (Blk 41 and 44), Hall 9 (Blk 48), Hall 10 (Blk 49), Hall 11 (Blk 53 and 56), and Binjai Hall (Blk 19A), may be affected by the Jurong Region Line MRT construction works. The works will take place both in the day and night, which may potentially affect noise levels in the vicinity.

    The Land Transport Authority has implemented measures to minimise inconvenience to residents, such as erecting temporary sound barriers, and residents will be informed in advance of the works that are being carried out. Students who plan to apply for a hall place in this vicinity are advised to refer to the MRT Construction on Campus website for details and updates, before submitting their hall application.

    
    
    Financial Matters

11. Is there any financial assistance for students to defray housing costs?
    
    Eligible students who face financial difficulties may apply for assistance with housing costs under the NTU Priorities Fund. You may also speak with your School’s Associate Chair (Students) or write to OCH via Ask Campus Housing .

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For any further questions regarding graduate housing,
please contact us via Ask Campus Housing